Water sources in Togo are scarce, and their groundwater is quickly drying up. Now an agreement of understanding has recently been signed by Ghana and Togo that will bring fresh drinking water from the Volta River in Ghana to the coastal city of Lomé, Togo. The new water source will benefit some 4 million people, cost about $2.5 million to get ready.
Ghana, Togo pact brings drinking water to 4 million
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